Fairview Hotel Nairobi has officially unveiled its new chapter as the first African property under the Vignette Collection, marking a key addition to IHG Hotels & Resorts’ expanding luxury and lifestyle portfolio.
The launch, held in the hotel’s gardens, drew government officials, tourism executives and industry partners to celebrate Fairview Hotel’s diversification and honour its heritage as one of Nairobi’s best-known boutique hotels.
“Tonight was not just about unveiling a new brand, it was about reaffirming who we are. Fairview has always been a place of connection, warmth, and character. Joining Vignette Collection allows us to elevate that experience while staying deeply rooted in our heritage. This launch signals our commitment to offering guests something meaningful, personal, and proudly Kenyan, now with a global platform,” said Kaliq Essop, General Manager of Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection.
The launch in Nairobi comes at a significant moment for Vignette Collection, which has surpassed the halfway point toward its goal of reaching 100 open and pipeline hotels globally within its first decade.
Fairview Hotel Nairobi joins a growing family of Vignette Collection properties worldwide, reinforcing Africa’s place within the global luxury and lifestyle travel conversation.
Tom Rowntree, Vice President of Luxury & Lifestyle Brands at IHG Hotels & Resorts, added: “Vignette Collection is designed for owners and guests who value individuality, character, and a strong sense of place, and Fairview embodies these qualities beautifully. As our first Vignette Collection hotel on the continent, it reinforces our confidence in Africa as a growing luxury and lifestyle destination and reflects our ambition to bring more distinctive, purpose-led stays to travellers around the world,”
Fairview is a rare urban sanctuary distinguished by its early 20th-century architecture, Nairobi bluestone detailing, and lush botanical gardens. The 99-room boutique hotel features elegant arched windows, wrought-iron accents, tranquil courtyards, and thoughtfully renovated guest rooms and suites, alongside an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, and nine versatile meeting and event spaces, including the underground Pango Wine Cellar.